Australian tennis bosses stepped in after Thanasi Kokkinakis defied advice by competing in a Russian exhibition. The world No. 71 entered the North Palmyra Trophies event in St Petersburg at the end of November. In an interview for the tournament, he said the city and the people were “really nice”.

Tennis Australia says it has advised its players against competing in Russia following reports that Davis Cup team member Thanasi Kokkinakis featured in an exhibition in St.

Australian tennis player Thanasi Kokkinakis's appearance at a Russian tournament in late 2024 has raised questions over the clarity of sanctions laws.

Tennis Australia is advising players against competing in Russia amid reports Davis Cup star Thanasi Kokkinakis featured in a lucrative exhibition event in

The Sydney Morning Herald newspaper reported Friday that Kokkinakis defied advice from ... Trade since April 2022 soon after Russia invaded Ukraine. “For several years, Tennis Australia has

Tennis Australia says it has advised its players against competing in Russia following reports that Davis Cup team member Thanasi Kokkinakis featured in an exhibition in St. Petersburg two months ...

Tennis Australia has reminded its players of the organization's views about them competing in Russia after Thanasi Kokkiankis played at an exhibition in the country. Several governing bodies around

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Australia’s Nick Kyrgios, right, and Thanasi Kokkinakis leave the court after retiring from their first ...

Kokkinakis came close to the feat against Jack Draper at the 2025 Australian Open, but the support of his fans was not enough to complete the job. Thanasi came within one service game of victory, before surrendering with a score of 6-7 6-3 3-6 7-5 6-3 also due to an injury.

Tennis Australia is warning players not to compete in Russia amid reports Davis Cup star Thanasi Kokkinakis featured in an exhibition there before the summer.

Tennis Australia has reiterated its stance against players competing in Russia after Thanasi Kokkinakis participated in an exhibition tournament in St. Petersburg. The organization advises athletes against playing in Russia and is working with the Australian government to educate players about the potential consequences.